Installing drivers
Caution! Install the DisplayLink® drivers for your Windows or Mac OS operating system first, prior to connecting the AC7049 onto your Laptop/PC.
Through the link below, you’ll find the most recent DisplayLink® driver version for Windows and MacOS.
https://support.act-connectivity.com/AC7049-Download-Drivers-Windows_MacOS
When the installation of the drivers has been successfully completed; reboot your Laptop/PC.
Connecting Display Monitors
Connect 2x HDMI monitors.
Refer to the information below, concerning the maximum supported resolution and refresh rate.
Max. 2560 x 1440 @ 30Hz
Max. 1080p @ 60Hz
Connecting the PSU and Docking Station onto Laptop/PC
Connect the included PSU (20W) onto the Docking Station and connect the included USB-A cable, onto the Docking Station.
Connect the other end of the USB-A cable onto your PC/Laptop, either by the USB-A connector or with the included USB-C adapter.
Charging your Laptop is not possible; due to lower power output capabilities of the Power Supply, amongst others.
In addition, you are able to charge your Tablet or Smart Phone, via the Fast Charge USB-A port or regular USB-A charging speed port, located on the front side of the unit.
Power ON the AC7049 Docking Station
LED Blue is: Power On
LED Green is: link connection between Docking Station and source device.
Enabling “Screen Recording” permission MacOS
To make the external connected monitors work on your MacOS the option “Screen Recording” permission must be enabled on your MacOS Operating System.
Follow the link below, on how to enable “Screen Recording” permission in MacOS.
MacOS-asks-for-Screen-Recording-permission
The notification "DisplayLink Manager" would like to record this computer's screen" is applicable for MacOS 10.15 version or higher.